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EODCMC

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  1. EODCMC
    Thanks for your response. Unfortunately, mine seems to never change. I wouldn't mind a sticky note saying " Don't fret Jim, I opened your file today. Hang in there."
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    Did your status change on a Saturday or did you not check your status on Friday? The VA working on Saturdays to clear up the backlog would certainly be encouraging.
  3. EODCMC
    Ha...you're right. This gripe is better suited for a different segment of the forum. However, Gastone is correct, in my view. The system is meant for veterans like us. After seeing a glimpse of your problems, I would gladly give up my place in line for you and anyone else with DXs that are more serious than mine. I'm not against triage, but I sense that is not the reason for the delays. Good health Coot.
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    Coot, no worries. If my post generates dialogue that helps anyone, I'm good. I might learn a thing or two. This process that the VA has created is really a culture that they seem to cultivate. Perhaps the government feels they can save money by stringing this system out. My problem with it is that they are doing this over the backs of veterans that have real problems. The afflicted die on the vine alongside the malingerers.
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    Im glad i found the acronym guide.
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    I'm at a loss for words. I wish you well.
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    This really is a great site and I appreciate all the help that I am receiving. I am; however, awash with the acronyms and abbreviations that accompany the responses, especially from the more knowledgeable pundits. Is there a quick guide available? I'm sure I can catch up over time, but I have a memory issue. 

    Can I claim acronymitis as a secondary? I need help ASAP.

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      EODCMC

      Here is a great start:

       

      http://www.vetshome.com/VA_Related_Acronyms_and_Abbreviations.html

       

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      EODCMC

      For those that find the link as helpful as I do...I converted it to PDF (attached).

      VA related acronyms and abbreviations.pdf

  8. EODCMC
    Gastone, you asked " Have you had an appointment with your VMC Sleep Dept, for a review of your current SA DX and to discuss your concerns regarding your Sleep P02 Sat levels? Seeing a VA Sleep Clinician would" Honestly, I'm learning now that I was perhaps hasty when applying for compensation. I'm learning much from this site. Additionally, I'm constantly doing a self check to assure myself that I am worthy of compensation, that my case is righteous, and that I am not taking the attention from someone that needs it more. I have had no contact with the VA other than applying for compensation on E-benefits and they have not contacted me. I wouldn't know how to visit a VMC nor how to conduct myself. I guess I'm thinking that I should wait and see. Even working through Tricare Prime, my PCM and the sleep study referral, I feel like I'm in some kind of process that I'm waiting to see how it plays out. I am on CPAP and I feel it's making a difference, but I've had no discussions with anyone about my concerns over the study and what it says to me on paper. Its disconcerting and I'm making an appointment with my PCM to ask some questions. I talked with a technician from the sleep study and she thought I should wait until they have gathered some data from the CPAP. As far as my claim, I am still in a gathering evidence phase with a caveat that says that they are waiting on evidence that is overdue. I called the VA Region and after some time they were able to tell me that I owed them no evidence but couldn't explain what was overdue. I've been wanting to ask for my "C" File, but what that accomplish if they haven't received all the information yet?
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    Cooter, no I have not. However, shortness of breath is a symptom I gave to my PCM and still experience (to a lesser degree) since going on CPAP. I smoked for 17 years but I quit the day my first child was born 30 years ago.
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    Cooter and Gastone, thanks for your responses. I tend to agree with you both. The problem is that since mentioning Some symptoms with my new Tricare Prime primary care physician during a physical, I have not spoken with a Physician since. She referred me for a sleep study and based on that, I was given a CPAP by a technician. The DX came in the mail. I've been on it for a couple of months now and I'm assuming that they will follow up with me after receiving some data. I know that some data reaches them via magic, but I'm not sure if it gathers as much info as the sleep study did. I think it just measures usage and apnaic events. Tricare Prime covers most of the expenses, but I thought it should be fully covered since I was also DXd on active duty for the same thing, although not as severe. That is why I applied for compensation initially. I'm sure the CPAP is doing its work. I'm probably just overthinking this. I never thought it was such a big deal before. Thanks to everyone for your help. I'll just wait until the dust clears and take it from there.
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    Thanks Mr. A...agreed. I know this must make me look like an inexperienced outpatient. That's because I am. In the military, I was not a sick bay commando and nothing much changed post retirement. Now I have serious health concerns (perhaps) and a financial claim of entitlement. I'm just trying to make the right decisions that won't require amending.
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    I suppose I either didn't phrase my question well enough or there is no one out there with enough medical experience to give me advice. I'm concerned that I have non apnaic events where I am low O2 or by inference, high carbon dioxide. Therefore, the CPAP may not provide the most protection against brain damage or even death. No worries, I will ask my doctor this. I was hoping there was some precedence out there or someone could help me with the termonogy. Does anyone know whether or not the CPAP measures O2 levels? Thanks, in advance.
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    I'm hoping that someone with experience can look at my OSA diagnosis, especially the impression on my 2016 Sleep study para. 2 and tell me if this constitutes Chronic respiratory failure with carbon dioxide retention or corpulmonale, http://community.hadit.com/applications/core/interface/file/attachment.php?id=8759
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    Gastone, in another thread I posted my sleep study while on active duty and one recently. The active duty one diagnosed me with mild OSA but no low O2. Recommended CPAP. The recent one diagnosed very severe OSA with low O2; however, they prescribed CPAP, but no O2. After reading some recent posts, including yours, I think I should be asking why not. For all, I wish I had been using the machine all along. I have most symptoms associated with SA but for the last 14 years, since retirement, I have attributed them to "getting old". NOT SO! In the 2 months since forcing myself to wearing a full face mask, most symptoms have nearly disappeared. I'm not groggy all day needing a nap and never feeling completely rested. My mind is clearer and I'm less irritable. I really am refreshed. My wife no longer wakes me in a panic out of fear from my unforced breath holds and I no longer snore at all. My growing short term memory loss is still a problem; perhaps the damage is permanent or a result of something else...old age. Use your machine if you truly need one. I found it easier to find a seal and be more comfortable when I put it on about 15 min. before sleep while watching tv. Pardon my verbosity and I'm off my soap box.
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    I suppose you're right. That would be like employers looking at your social networks...doesn't happen.
  16. EODCMC

    Has everyone been getting this error when attempting to get a status on ebenefits:

    Unexpected Error

    We're sorry, but an unexpected error has occurred. Please return to the main site and try again.

    Customer Support Information:

    Error ID: 1466880761588
    Server ID: ManagedServer008

    Or is it only me? It's been one week now.

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      EODCMC

      9 days and still getting error message when attempting to get a status.

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      EODCMC

      Back up.

  17. EODCMC
    Snow, I don't think it would be difficult if one were sleuthing. Especially, when a claimant is posting redacted copies of their claim submissions. Even when identifiers are removed, I suppose it can be done. Perhaps I'm looking under the bed for boogeymen; I just thought I'd ask.
  18. EODCMC
    Gastone, the studies show low O2, I believe (see attached file) and possible hypertension was mentioned; however, I was prescribed CPAP only. Yes, the claim was an FDC. I have a question concerning this site. Has anyone ever heard of a claimant being discriminated by their RO because they post things here? OSA with SC.pdf
  19. EODCMC
    Gastone, thanks for your reply. I'm not sure what nor how to post a redacted copy. I have no problem with it. Does the VA review this site and would it be harmful? What I meant by easy is that I applied for SC sleep apnea. Two years prior to retirement I was diagnosed with possible SA. I was referred to a sleep study that diagnosed me with mild obstructive sleep apnea and recommended CPAP and surgery on my uvula. I submitted the sleep study and medical records. I was recently diagnosed and substantiated by Tricare referral sleep study of very sever OSA and I have been using a CPAP. Based on all I've read here and learned elsewhere, this is a clear case. Yet, I have heard nothing except gathering evidence. In fact, this whole week, I have been unable to get any status (error message) from e-benefits. I am in the San Diego area and the VFW is my VSO and they do not respond to any query. I'm sure that I'm in a waiting situation. I can wait and not check regularly, but I'm also told that if I miss an appointment for a C&P exam, I start over. Everyone says this is the way things are done with the VA. However, that's never been a very good excuse. It's nice to see that others get more timely service though.
  20. EODCMC
    Well, I filed an original "fast" claim on May 4. There is clear evidence of SC...should be easy. Except for the VA confirming receipt, I have heard nothing...no movement.
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    Not mine, regrettably. Thanks for sharing though.
  22. EODCMC
    That's encouraging. May I ask what region handled your claim?
  23. EODCMC
    Hmm...It was an e-mail from the Veteran's News Letter. I deleted the e-mail that it was in. Sorry if I copied the link improperly. I'll try to delete the post.
  24. EODCMC
    There are some interesting articles attached to the following link: U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs. Sorry, I copied the link wrong. Please disregard this post.
  25. EODCMC
    Thanks Victor, It sounds like you've been on quite a ride. The waiting game is nothing new for a career serviceman. I'm fortunate that my affliction was diagnosed and Tricare has me on CPAP. I actually feel a big difference. I get a good nights rest and many of the symptoms have improved. My memory is slow to recover, however. They say the second thing that goes is one's memory anyway. I wish you well.
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